Konstantina Keramyda

Innovative and motivated Nutritionist with experience in conducting nutritional assessments and evaluating lifestyle factors. Research and gather information on clients' physical fitness, stress levels, medical diagnosis and medication usage. Offer effective specific diet and lifestyle changes appropriate for each individual to maximize transformations and positive outcomes. Dedicated to improving dietary habits and long-term health for people of all ages. Enthusiastic and outgoing with proven ability to motivate through education and positivity. 
 

• Coaching Skills
• Demonstrated ability on Nutrition Assessment
• Advanced Knowledge of Meal planning
• Nutrition education and counseling
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal Skills
   

Nutritionist/ Health Coach  –  Freelancer 01/2020  – present

Host 1:1 coaching sessions with over 20 clients each month, utilizing motivational interviewing skills and developing individualized plans to assist clients in achieving their health goals. Conduct health screenings and develop individualized program plans, catering to each client’s specific needs (dietary restrictions, health issues, food-drug interactions and overall health goals). Provide client follow-ups (both in person and virtual) and document all visits, track progress and results, and make modifications as needed for each client.

Key Achievements

• The majority of clients established and maintained healthy nutritional habits with a positive impact on their health
• Established strong rapport to effectively communicate, guide, educate and support clients on their health and wellness journey
• Emphasized and educated clients not only in healthy nutrition principles but on overall wellness and prevention act from common diseases
• Developed meal plans based on client goals (weight loss or weight maintenance) and food preferences (vegetarianism, gluten intolerance)

Nutrition Consultant/ Project Manager – The Good Life Project by Streeto                  ⬥ Athens        09/2019 – 09/2022

Created the menu of the restaurant in which I conducted the nutrition analysis of each recipe.
Co-developed the project's mission and vision statements and effectively promoted them via social media and affiliate marketing. Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends. Carried out planning by setting goals and objectives, defining roles and producing schedules and timelines for tasks.. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions. Educated staff and customers about the benefits of each product and healthy nutrition. Promoted staff development and training while implementing and promoting equality and diversity policy.

Key Achievements 

• Combined creativity with nutrition knowledge to create a nutritionally balanced menu
• Created and monitored promotional approaches and increased sales by 25-30%
• Reduced purchasing cost by 30% with effective inventory control and forecasting
• Suggested ‘special offer’ days and product discounts, increasing in-store and online store traffic
• Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance

Clinical Dietitian (internship)  – Melathron TYPET Health Clinic                                              ⬥ Athens        03/2022 – 07/2022

Provided specialist advice on healthy eating to particular client groups, such as elderly and patients with diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, cancer and other chronic conditions. Undertook nutritional assessments for over 50 patients with a range of complex medical conditions and highlighted “food-drug” interactions on a daily basis. Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans. Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives. Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns. 

Key Achievements

• Recorded all assessments and interventions, wrote reports and case notes and maintained accurate records
• Effectively participated in food service operations to ensure conformance to nutrition, safety, sanitation and quality standards
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere

Dietitian/ Nutritionist (internship)  – Nutrition Solutions                                                         ⬥ Athens        09/2020 – 11/2020 Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as sports  nutrition, obesity, eating disorders, diabetes management, celiac disease and IBS. Completed detailed nutritional assessments for each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements. Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns. Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives. Assisted patients with meal plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.

Key Achievements

• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize each patient’s  health.
• Created and prepared visual aids, manuals and other materials used in educating and informing people about healthy nutrition.
• Supported individuals to make positive, practical changes to their food choices and general health.

Clinical Dietitian (internship)  – Alexandra General Hospital                                                       ⬥ Athens        06/2018 – 09/2018

Nutritionally supported  pregnant women, women who have given birth and women with gestational diabetes. 

Key Achievements

• Recorded all assessments and interventions, wrote reports and case notes and maintained accurate records.
• Participated in food service operations to ensure conformance to nutrition, safety, sanitation and quality standards.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Offered friendly and efficient service to patients and handled challenging situations with ease.
• Worked with patients and multidisciplinary team (including other healthcare professionals) to ensure patient-centered care is provided.

Office Administrator  – Poukamisas Educational Group                                                             ⬥ Athens       02/2016 – 09/2017

Supported office manager with proactive correspondence management, document coordination and customer relations. Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information. Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping and other administrative functions. Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors. Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities. Evaluated office documentation to check accuracy and complete missing pieces, avoiding delays and maximizing team productivity. Maintained open communication with customers to foster positive relations and provide updates on issues.

Key Achievements

• Contributed to annual revenue increase by 20 % within 6 months of hiring
• Exceeded expectations in customers’ satisfaction
• Interacted with over 100 customers by phone, mail or in-person on a daily basis

Bsc  in Dietetics 09/2016 – 05/2022 

Queen Margaret University 

Cambridge Diabetes Education Programme 10/2022– present 

Online Diabetes Competency-based Training

Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology 09/2014 – 05/2015 

University of Greenwich